Hael & Hounds

Service area: Austin, Kyle, Buda and surrounding areas

Hael & Hounds offers several training programs tailored to different needs. Group classes meet weekly in public settings, allowing dogs to learn in a social environment. Board and Train programs provide intensive, personalized daily training in the trainer’s home, focusing on obedience, specialized training, behavior modification, or continued education.

Private lessons are conducted one-on-one at their facility with a certified trainer, customized to individual needs and schedules. In-home private lessons address specific behavioral concerns in the dog’s natural environment, with custom exercises provided for practice between sessions.

Maintenance training is available for owners who need consistent training and care for their dogs during the day or while out of town, offering professional training and play.

Pricing Summary

Pricing is available for various services including Board & Train programs (2 weeks for $1,800, 3 weeks for $2,800, 4 weeks for $3,800), daily boarding ($65 per 24 hours), maintenance training ($95 per 8 hours), private lessons ($125 per 1 hour), and in-home private lessons ($135 per 1 hour).

Hael & Hounds offers professional dog training and boarding services, aiming to foster clear communication and stable relationships between dogs and their owners. They serve Austin and the surrounding areas, including Kyle and Buda.

The business provides a variety of services such as group classes, private lessons at their facility, in-home private lessons, and specialized board and train programs. They also offer maintenance training for busy owners, where dogs can be dropped off for daily training and play.

Beyond training, Hael & Hounds offers in-home boarding, treating dogs as their own with frequent updates and social media displays. They also provide grooming services, including go-home baths and nail trims. They work with all breeds and ages, utilizing balanced training methods.

Accomplishments

Sophie began her dog training career in 2014 at Spirit Ranch Dog Training in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where she was certified through the Animal Behavior College. She managed the daycare, was the head trainer, and conducted group classes there. In August 2018, Sophie attended the Starmark Academy for Certified Canine Trainers and Behavior Specialists.

Her specialties include service dogs, socialization, scent detection, and obedience training. Sophie is a Certified Canine Trainer and Behavior Specialist, a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals, the International Association of Assistance Dog Partners, and an American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen evaluator. The business, Hael & Hounds, was inspired by the memory of her first doberman, Hael, whom she trained as her medical alert dog.

How to Get Started!

Clients can book an appointment online.